Three Ways to Make Your Home a Spiritual Space

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Unlike other real estate brokers you might have encountered, Claudine Arthurs isn’t all about showing you a place with four walls and a door. She’s really into what’s going on in a space that you don’t always see, but feel (prison cell lighting?), or smell (carpet fumes?), or even plain old bad vibes.

Arthurs is the founder and principal broker of Prana Real Estate, a two-month-old New York City-based company that specializes in holistic-minded homes. She speaks coconut oil and yoga pants, and leans that way herself.

“I find people a space that’s supportive to their mental and physical health,” Arthurs says. “I know it comes out as very esoteric and hard for people to grasp. But for those who are inclined, creating a spiritual home will help you to feel better.”

Arthurs and her team of specialists assess details like air and water quality and lighting—instead of trying to convince you that a 400-square-foot studio facing a brick wall is charming (and not oppressive). Once you’re in the space, she’ll tap experts to perform a house blessing, rid the energy of previous tenants, and creative positive energy going forward.